Temporary Kitchen Helper

OVERVIEW: 

The Kitchen Helper supports the Lead Cook in preparing meals for various Salvation Army programs under the direction of the Lead Cook or Director of Housing.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assist with preparing, cooking, and serving meals as planned by the Lead Cook or in their absence
• Clean up after meals, including washing and storing pots, pans, and utensils
• Clean the kitchen weekly
• Complete prep tasks as directed by the Lead Cook
• Inventory and proper storage of donated goods on weekends
• Prepare and serve weekend meals using donated or pre-prepared food
• Ensure food is heated to safe temperatures and discard any questionable items
• Keep garbage bins locked and kitchen areas clean and organized
• Prepare and serve breakfast and dinner for residents and the community
• Ensure meals are served on time
• Report daily food usage to the Lead Cook, including donated and purchased items
• Lock refrigerators, freezers, and the kitchen at the end of each day
• Monitor food inventory and inform the Lead Cook or Director of Housing of any needs
• Other related duties as required

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• High school diploma or equivalent (required)
• Valid driver’s license (required)
• Experience in an institutional cooking setting or similar (2 years required)
• Food Handler’s Permit (required – can be obtained on first day)

SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Knowledge of kitchen and food service sanitation
• Understanding of basic food preparation
• Ability to work independently, with flexibility and creativity
• Detail oriented
• Basic computer skills a plus, not required
• Good communication skills

EQUIPMENT USED: 

• Modern Office Equipment and Relevant Software
• Relevant kitchen equipment

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. (food related)
• Relevant physical kitchen requirements

ADA Statement:

Qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential duties of the position with or without accommodation.  A qualified person with a disability may request a modification or adjustment to the job or work environment in order to meet the physical requirements of the position. The Salvation Army will attempt to satisfy requests if the accommodation needed is reasonable and no undue hardship would result.

Acknowledgment of Religious Purposes of The Salvation Army:

Please note that The Salvation Army has a religious purpose and status as a church.  We ask our employees that they do nothing to their relationship with The Salvation Army to undermine its religious mission.  Employees must agree and understand that their services are a necessary part of The Army’s religious purposes and their work-related conduct must not conflict with, interfere with, or undermine such religious programs or The Army’s religious purposes.

At-Will:

Any employment relationship with this organization is of an “at-will” nature, which means that an Employee may resign at any time and the Employer may discharge an Employee at any time with or without cause. It is further understood that this “at will” employment relationship may not be changed by any written document or by conduct unless such change is specifically acknowledged in writing by an authorized executive of this organization.